< Winter Storm Warning Michigan | Effective 03/16/2026 06:48

Winter Storm Warning Michigan | Effective 03/16/2026 06:48

Headline: 
Winter Storm Warning issued March 16 at 9:48AM EDT until March 17 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Event: 
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
March 16, 2026 - 6:48am
Expires: 
March 16, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Locally heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 4 and 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph, with considerable blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Benzie and Manistee Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday evening and Tuesday morning commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Instruction: 
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
Area Description: 
Benzie; Manistee
Forcast Office: 
NWS Gaylord MI